Sadio Mane has married his ’18-year-old long run girlfriend’ Aisha Tamba in a non-public ceremony in his residence nation of Senegal.
The marriage happened on January 7 in Keur Massar, an space within the capital metropolis of Dakar, simply six days earlier than the beginning of the Africa Cup of Nations on January 13, in accordance with Business Day.
The occasion was stated to be attended by household, pals and fellow footballers.
Stories from Pulse Sports declare Aisha ‘was lengthy meant for the 31-year-old footballer since her teenage years’ although it’s not identified precisely how lengthy they’ve been courting. The authorized age of consent in Senegal is 16 years of age.
The outlet additionally stated the ex-Liverpool star had taken care of her payments when she was in class.
Photographs of the marriage have been printed on Instagram by pictures firm @Magvision_Evens_Officiel, exhibiting Mane and his spouse, who grew up within the Casamance space of Senegal, holding fingers and posing after the ceremony.
One picture exhibits the pair sitting under a show of roses, with the phrases ‘Mrs Mane’ printed on the wall.
Sadio Mane has married his ’18-year-old long-time girlfriend’ Aisha Tamba
The marriage happened in a non-public ceremony in his residence nation of Senegal on January 7
Stories declare that Aisha ‘was lengthy meant for the 31-year-old footballer since her teenage years’
Sadio Mane kisses the hand of his new bride in a marriage photoshoot
The footballer is seen affectionately fixing his bride’s veil within the marriage ceremony photographs
The couple holding fingers and smiling with a floral background behind them
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One other video posted on X (previously Twitter) by @abdullahayofel confirmed the 2 smiling and laughing as they sat collectively on a settee after their marriage ceremony.
It was captioned: ‘A quite simple and humble man, congratulations Sadio Mane. Could Allah bless your union.’
The marriage photographs present Aisha carrying a mermaid-style intricate, fitted, lacey gown, with lengthy sleeves and a silky veil.
Different photographs present a second outfit – a silk white high and skirt combo, which she has teamed with a chunky gold necklace and earrings. The bride additionally has henna on each fingers.
Mane is seen carrying conventional Senegalese gown within the footage.
Throughout his time at Liverpool, Mane had not publicly introduced any relationships and had saved Aisha a secret.
Again in 2022, he had nonetheless spoken out on the kind of person who he would marry.
‘I’ve seen quite a lot of women asking me why I’m not married, however sorry you is likely to be losing your time. The girl I marry is not going to be on social networks,’ Mane stated in accordance with Tribune.
‘I wish to marry a lady who respects God and prays effectively. Everybody has their very own manner of creating their alternative of affection,’ Mane added.
The couple share the identical faith, Islam, and are each stated to be non-public folks.
The couple pose along with Aisha affectionately holding Mane’s chin
Aisha is seen carrying gold jewelry in among the marriage ceremony snaps
Mane joined Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nasser again in 2023 in a deal that can see him earn £650,000-per-week
Since becoming a member of the Saudi Professional League aspect, Mane has scored 12 occasions in 26 appearances
Aisha just isn’t on social media, and can reportedly stay dedicated to her research as Mane kick-starts the Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal.
Aisha is claimed to be a pupil on the Cabis College in Grand Mbao Baobab, Senegal, in accordance with Essentially Sports.
She reportedly speaks Mandingo, a language spoken in elements of Senegal and The Gambia, and which her new husband additionally speaks.
Mane joined Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr in August last year, finishing a £34million transfer from Bayern Munich after a tough spell with the Bundesliga champions.
His take care of the Pro League side sees him earn £650,000-a-week.
He had moved to Bayern for £35m the 12 months prior, however had struggled to settle in on the Bavarian membership, whereas also reportedly falling out with team-mate Leroy Sane.
Since becoming a member of the Saudi Arabian outfit, Mane has scored 12 occasions in 26 appearances for the membership and reportedly returned to Senegal initially of January to organize for AFCON.
Based on Pulse Sports, he additionally inaugurated a brand new stadium in his residence city of Bambali earlier this month.
The Al-Nassr ahead has been named within the Senegal squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations match and is at the moment in camp together with his staff mates.
Senegal begin their AFCON marketing campaign on Monday January 15 towards Gambia, earlier than they tackle Cameroon and Guinea.
On Monday, Senegal defeated Niger 1-0 in a pleasant, with Mane being an unused substitute for the sport.